Dorothy “Dot” Howell, age 93, of Fayetteville, TN, passed away on August 1, 2021. Dot was born in the Howell Community in Lincoln County, TN on August 7, 1927, to the late Clark and Mildred Thomas.
Mrs. Howell was happily married to the late Lindsey “Buddy” Howell, until his death in 2001.
Dot is survived by her son, Donald Bruce Howell; sister, Faye Callina; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents and husband, Dot was preceded in death by her sister\, Ruth Pitts and daughter-in-law, Suzie Howell.
Mrs. Howell was a member of the Fayetteville Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was known for her cooking skills and serving others.
Funeral service will be held at 12 PM on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at Higgins Funeral Home with Reverend Tim Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens. Visitation with the family will be from 10 AM until 12 PM on Wednesday at Higgins Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the Fayetteville Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1015 Lewisburg Hwy, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Dorothy “Dot” Howell.
She was a wonderful friend to my Mother (Emily Sowell) for many, many years. She and Buddy were always there during my growing up years at FCPC…….Many fond memories ….. Prayers and condolences for Bruce and rest of family.
I have fond memories of Dot and her family.
A very good friend to my mom, Inez Hopkins. Mrs. Dot and Buddy were alway working with kids at church when I attended there.